Comfrey Interactions Overview

Check For Interactions With Comfrey

Comfrey

Also known as
  • Symphytum officinale
  • Ass Ear
  • Beinwellwurzel
  • Black Root
  • Blackwort
  • Bruisewort
  • Common Comfrey
  • Consolidae Radix
  • Consoude
  • Consoude Officinale
  • Consound
  • Consuelda
  • Grande Consoude
  • Gum Plant
  • Healing Herb
  • Herbe aux Charpentiers
  • Herbe à la Coupure
  • Knitback
Comfrey Comfrey (Symphytum officinale) is an herbaceous plant that belongs to the borage family (Boraginaceae). It is native to Europe and Asia and is known for its hairy, green leaves and small, purple, bell-shaped flowers. Comfrey has a long history of use in traditional medicine and contains a number of active compounds, including allantoin, which is believed to have anti-inflammatory and healing properties. It has been traditionally used to treat a variety of ailments, including wounds, fractures, and skin conditions. In addition, comfrey is believed to have astringent and expectorant effects, and has been used to treat respiratory disorders and coughs. It is important to note that comfrey may cause liver damage if taken in large amounts (orally) or over a long period of time and should be used with caution. The FDA has recommended removal of oral comfrey products from the market due to potential for liver toxicity although it is currently still available. It is most often seen in topical forms (e.g., as an ointment).
There are 410 drugs known to interact with Comfrey

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